Ingredient Spotlight
Hawthorn Berry/Shan Zha
Why We Love It
Hawthorn is a versatile herb known for its ability to support digestion, enhance blood flow, and promote emotional balance.
Traditionally Supports:
How It's Used
In Chinese herbal traditions, Hawthorn Berry (Shan Zha) is a trusted herb for promoting digestive harmony, particularly after enjoying rich or heavy meals. It supports circulation, encourages smooth energy flow, and is believed to promote calm and balance.
In Western herbal practices, Hawthorn Berry is valued for its role in supporting natural digestion and cardiovascular well-being. Packed with essential nutrients like vitamin C, beta-carotene, and dietary fiber, it helps maintain balance while promoting resilience and vitality.
Fun Fact: Featured in the Tang Materia Medica—the world’s first known pharmacopeia written in 659 AD—Hawthorn Berry was praised for its wide-ranging benefits, including its role in addressing digestive challenges like dysentery.
How we use it
"Across the global traditions, the lore of Hawthorn Berry is that it encourages heart opening and social connection. Pass around after dinner as a digestif, and you may find yourselves lingering around the table deep in conversation.!"
- Megan MacLaggen, Elix Health Coach
What the research says
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